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Detail Library – New Details May 2022

New Details This month we are excited to share a variety of flat roof details. We have had many of our members asking to see different types of flat roof finishes, along with drainage options - so that is exactly what we have produced for this month. They are all...

Free Photoshop Brushes – People

Free Photoshop People Brushes After such great feedback we are sharing another set of free photoshop brushes. This week, we have people in elevation. These brushes can be used to easily populate your elevation drawings with people. Simply amend the size of the brush...

Best Architecture Documentaries

Best Architecture Documentaries Why should you watch architecture documentaries? Architecture documentaries seek to inform and educate audiences on the built environment and related industries. Both students as well as professionals can draw inspiration from...

Underfloor Heating – A Brief Guide

[update 2022]What is Underfloor Heating? Underfloor heating uses a pipe or wire network, of either water or electrical systems to heat the floor. Underfloor heating is considered to offer improved energy efficiency, improved comfort and better interior choices than a...

Detail Library – New Details April 2022

New Details This month we are excited to share some new IQ Glass details. The Invisio structural glazing provides a modern alternative to framed curtain walling. It can be used to create large or long elevations of glazing. The system is thermally broken and therefore...

FIA CAD Blocks Escalators and Lifts

Check out this set of free escalator and lift CAD Blocks. I hope you find them useful! Please feel free to download them and add them to your personal library. This set of cad blocks includes a selection of escalators in elevation and plan and lifts in plan. ...

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